Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which plants make their own food using sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is required for photosynthesis to occur?

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Photosynthesis could not happen without sunlight.

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What provides the energy necessary for photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy necessary for photosynthesis.

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What are stomata?

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Stomata are small pores on the leaves of plants that allow carbon dioxide to enter.

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How many people can an average sized tree provide oxygen for?

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An average sized tree can produce enough oxygen to keep 2-4 people alive.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that captures sunlight for photosynthesis.

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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The main products of photosynthesis are glucose and oxygen.

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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How are photosynthesis and cellular respiration related?

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Photosynthesis produces glucose and oxygen, which are used in cellular respiration to produce energy.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + sunlight -> C6H12O6 + 6O2.